PUBLIC DEBATE BETWEEN DR. MARC SAYAN AND THE MINISTER OF HEALTH, Boulogne-Billancourt, March 25 - 9:30 PM
General Cochet offers a slight smile at the Minister's words. The epidemiologist, stunned by the situation, pounds his fist firmly on the table.
—"Mr. Minister, you cannot deny the facts. The number of sick people is increasing significantly in this country, and it's not just in the North. All the major French cities are affected, and there could even be asymptomatic cases that we are still unaware of! We know almost nothing about this virus, and some symptoms are still not listed. But you cannot turn a blind eye to what is happening, Mr. Minister. One thing is certain... Haven't there been reported cases of attacks on infected individuals, from Lille to Rouen?"
The audience reacts strongly, panic seems to rise in the crowd. The Minister of Health and General Cochet exchange a dark look, clearly irritated by the doctor's revelations.
—" These are just slanders, Doctor! You are spreading false information! I have the distinct feeling that your speech is influenced by political motives, and that you are trying to discredit our Prime Minister."
The epidemiologist rolls up his sleeves, stifling a hearty laugh live on air, amused by the Minister's provocations.
—"Mr. Minister, should I remind you that your Prime Minister, a candidate from the National Rally, is at risk of pushing our country into an authoritarian regime? Be serious... You're ridiculous. There are truths you won't be able to hide forever."